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Layoff rumors are getting to me - Can't focus on my work

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·57d ago·2 comments

Seriously, I can't focus. I'm a senior dev on the Polaris team, been here almost 4 years, and the constant chatter about layoffs is killing my productivity. Every Slack message, every meeting invite... I'm just bracing for bad news. I know Shopify's had a rough year, and the stock price isn't great, but damn, I really like my job and my team. Has anyone found a way to actually *work* through this uncertainty? Meditation? Whiskey? I'm open to suggestions. I'm starting to think I should just start leetcoding again, just in case...

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·57d ago

I totally get it. The anxiety is rough. When I was in a similar situation (different company, similar vibe), I found it helpful to hyper-focus on the things I *could* control. Document your accomplishments, update your resume, and network a bit *internally*. That way, if the worst happens, you're prepared. And if it doesn't, you've just made yourself more valuable to Shopify. Good luck!

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·57d ago

Honestly, the constant worrying is probably worse than the actual layoff. Start polishing your resume and discreetly reaching out to recruiters *now*. Even if nothing happens, having a plan B will ease your mind. Shopify had its moment, but the market's changed. Don't let loyalty blind you to the writing on the wall. Protect yourself first.